Darshan Hiranandani : How to Specify Symbol Values When Creating a Column Using API?

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Hi everyone,

I’m Darshan Hiranandani, currently working on creating columns via API and need to specify symbol values during the process. Could anyone share their approach or best practices for achieving this? Any examples or tips would be greatly appreciated!

Regards
Darshan Hiranandani

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Hey Darshan! Creating columns with symbols through an API can be tricky, but here’s some help:

  1. Check the API Docs: Most APIs will have documentation that specifies how to handle symbol values. Look for sections on “data types” or “column definitions”.
  2. Identify Symbol Format: The API might require symbols in a specific format, like strings or numbers. Make sure you understand how to format your symbols correctly.
  3. Example (if using strings): If the API expects strings for symbols, you might send data like this: { "column_name": "MySymbolColumn", "data_type": "string", "values": ["AAPL", "GOOG", "TSLA"] }
  4. Validation is Key: Always validate your symbol data before sending it to the API. This helps prevent errors and ensures you’re sending the symbols in the correct format.

Remember: Every API is different, so consult the specific documentation for the one you’re using.

If you can share more details about the API you’re using, I might be able to provide a more specific example!